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SYNOD FRIENDS From left, the Rev. Karen Isaacs of St. Mary and St. Martha, Toronto, the Rev. Julia Burn of Church of the Resurrection, Toronto, the Rev. Leigh Silcox of St. Matthias, Etobicoke, and the Rev. Canon Gary van der Meer of St. Anne, Toronto share a happy moment at the diocese’s Synod, held Nov. 24-25 in Richmond Hill. Coverage begins on Page 5. Photo by Michael Hudson New Executive Director brings experience

on Dec. 4. As Executive Director, is currently on the board of direc- “Angela brings a wealth of experi- she has oversight of all the admin- tors of Bellwoods, a not-for-profit ence in the business world and in ‘Deeply istrative and program functions organization that provides support the not-for-profit sector, and has of the Diocesan Centre, including services and affordable housing for shown not only the skills and exper- administration, archives, commu- people with physical support needs tise to do the job but the capacity to excited’ to nications, congregational develop- in the Toronto area. build relationships and teams that ment, finance, human resources, “It was ingrained in us that we work well together. She sees this serve Church, property resources, stewardship had to give back at least what we not only as a job but as a ministry.” development and social justice got,” she says. “My parents and He commented on the change and advocacy. She will also work grandparents were always com- in title from Chief Administrative she says closely with Archbishop Johnson mitted to volunteerism, as is my Officer, which has been used by the to ensure that the implementation family today.” diocese for the past several years, By Stuart Mann of the diocese’s new strategic plan, She says she loves working with to Executive Director. “I think the Growing in Christ, is accomplished. people and problem-solving – a new title, Executive Director, which Angela Hantoumakos has worked Ms. Hantoumakos brings a skill she has honed over the past 40 is common in not-for-profit and in industry and health care for wealth of experience from the for- years in various settings. “Different charitable organizations, reflects much of her life, but the opportu- profit and not-for-profit sectors. organizations in the for-profit and how we hope to understand the role nity to work for the Church has She has a strong background in not-for-profit worlds handle things as coordinating and implement- special meaning. finance, administration and stra- differently, so it has expanded my ing the ministries of our Diocesan Ms. Hantoumakos, the diocese’s tegic planning, and has worked views on how to problem-solve Centre in fulfilling Christ’s mission new Executive Director, has a life- with large public companies in the and get things done in different together.” long love of the Church and God. Angela Hantoumakos healthcare, aerospace, automotive, environments,” she says. Ms. Hantoumakos succeeds Su- “I’ve had a special connection to the entertainment, government, man- She adds: “With all my heart san Abell, ODT, who has been in Church from the time I was quite Archbishop Colin Johnson in- agement consulting, and retail and I’m deeply excited to be part of the position on an interim basis for young, and to have the opportunity troduced Ms. Hantoumakos (pho- consumer products fields. the organization, and I look very the past year. “I would like to thank to serve the Church at this point netically it is Han-too-mack-os) at She has volunteered at women’s forward to working with all of you.” Susan for her gracious and effec- in my life – I view it as a blessing Synod on Nov. 24, and she began shelters and foodbanks and sat on Archbishop Johnson says he is tive leadership,” says Archbishop with all my heart,” she says. her duties at the Diocesan Centre the boards of several charities. She delighted with the appointment. Johnson.

MUSLIMS SERVE LUNCH AT CHURCH – SEE PAGE 11 2 TheAnglican news January 2018 Service aids diocese hit by hurricanes Barbuda, Dominica, Monserrat, Anguilla, Nevis, Saba, St. Bart’s, St. Money buys Eustatius, St. Kitts and St. Martin/ Maarten. ‘dignity kits’ Clergy urged the congregation to Fran Delsol (left), the trade and investment commissioner for the Commonwealth step forward in an act of intentional of Dominica, speaks about the hurricanes’ impact. The Rev. Canon Jim Garland By Diana Swift giving to assist the Primate’s World gives the Offertory Prayer and receives the offerings. Lance Wilson (right), a Relief and Development Fund’s ef- member of St. John the Divine, Scarborough and part of the service’s planning Christians must go beyond sympathy forts to aid those devastated by this team, speaks to the congregation. Mr. Wilson’s sister and some friends who live and prayer and lend concrete aid summer’s back-to-back Category in Dominica lost most of their possessions. Photos by Michael Hudson to those struck by disaster. This 5 storms, Maria and Irma. The was the central theme of a special service raised more than $5,000. our first response but it is not our them. Saturday service held Dec. 2 at St. After the immediate relief ef- last result.” Although their pres- Bishop Fenty drew on the story Andrew, Scarborough. forts, the need for restructuring ence shows they stand with others of Lazarus and Martha from the Organizers convened the Service is urgent. “It was just two months engaged in relief efforts, words second reading (John 11:11-27), of Solidarity in aid of the hurricane- ago that one of the world’s most alone are not enough, he said. “We to emphasize that in the midst ravaged islanders of the Diocese of beautiful islands was left in tatters are also going to be providing for of horror, God’s presence is an North Eastern Caribbean & Aruba, and totally demolished,” said Fran those in need by sharing the gifts unfailing refuge and strength. Un- led by Bishop Errol Brooks in St. Delsol, the trade and investment with which we’ve been blessed.” He like Martha, who blamed Christ’s John’s, Antigua. In addition to commissioner for the Common- noted that the York-Scarborough delayed arrival at her home for her Aruba, this West Indian diocese, wealth of Dominica. About 90 per Area Council recently voted to brother Lazarus’s death, we should established in 1842, comprises cent of homes and almost every contribute $3,000 to hurricane relief not consider adverse events to be the hard-hit islands of Antigua, school and church on the island in Aruba. ordained by God, nor should we was left in ruins; patients died After outlining some of PWRDF’s believe that God causes disasters our strength and to respond, like Friday 2nd Feb. at 6 p.m. after the hospital was destroyed. many international relief and de- as punishment for wrongs com- God, with love and comfort, he Holy Communion (BCP) Famous for its lush green vegeta- velopment efforts, Will Postma, the mitted. “Don’t go down that road. said – “to discover the life that plus light supper at 6.40 tion, the island is now a near-lunar fund’s executive director, said, “I’ve It is dangerous. If that were true, exists even in the face of death.” and feature talk at 7: landscape. “You look around today consulted with the diocese and I we’d all have to be worried,” Bishop He urged attendees “in the depths and it’s all brown because every know its needs are really intense.” Fenty said. of our hearts be responsive to the DREAM TRIP tree was uprooted,” said Ms. Delsol, He stressed that the PWRDF He pointed to the inexplicable needs of others” and to give gener- adding that for the first time, you strategy is not to duplicate efforts sufferings of Job from the first ously, not for what we might gain TO EGYPT can see both surrounding oceans, of government and other agencies reading (Job 19:21-29) as an example in return but wholly for the sake Debbie Cowling had a the Caribbean and the Atlantic, but to ensure that its funds are put of the seeming unfathomability of those who suffer. life-long dream to visit Egypt, from any vantage point. The good to optimal use. Beyond food, clean of bad things happening to good Other participating clergy were which she fulfilled in 2017. news is the extraordinary support water, and clothing, PWRDF will people. “If we think we are faithful Bishop Kevin Robertson, Bishop Her talk includes colourful slides from others in the Caribbean and provide personal-care items and to our God, when adversity strikes, Riscylla Shaw, the Rev. Jacque- of Cairo, the Egyptian museum, around the world, including the “dignity kits” to help residents we may believe that God is not line Daley, the Rev. Canon Donald camel riding by the pyramids, a Palestine Liberation Army, she said. maintain their self-esteem in the listening or God is absent,” he said, Butler, and the Rev. Canon Jim cruise on the Nile, the Abu Simbel In his words of welcome and pur- face of so much loss. but God is with us in the midst of Garland. temples, a Red Sea resort, plus key pose, the Rev. Leonard Leader of St. Delivering the homily, Bishop the worst tribulations, as the 23rd mosques and Christian churches. George on Yonge, Toronto, urged Peter Fenty recognized that people Psalm tells us, “Yea, though I walk Diana Swift is a freelance writer. St. Olave’s Church people to pray for the affected areas have difficulty accepting or un- through the shadow of the valley To donate to the PWRDF’s North Bloor and Windermere while reminding congregants “as derstanding the reasons for great of death, I fear no evil; thy rod and Eastern Caribbean and Aruba – 416-769-5686 stolaves.ca Christians, we know that prayer is disasters and why God “permits” thy staff they comfort me.” Hurricane Relief effort, contact Natural or manmade disasters Jennifer Brown at 416.924-9192, offer an opportunity for us to test ext. 355. YOUR ANGLICAN CEMETERIES & CREMATORIUMS IN THE G.T.A. Mary G. Griffith B.A., M.B.A., J.D. 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prisons,” he said with a chuckle. Stalwart helped Anglicans, Mr. Donald helped Ms. Pilatzke and the church get through a dif- ficult period when several members Lutherans come together left after learning that Ms. Pilatzke was in a same-gender marriage. By Stuart Mann faithful service to St. David’s over “He endured all of that and held the years. “It was awesome,” he the place together,” she says. “Per- One of Bob Donald’s final wishes was said. sonally, I was not in a good place to hold the signed agreement that Mr. Donald died a week later at that time and his words were, officially confirmed the amalgama- on Nov. 21. The congregation cel- ‘We’re just going to keep loving tion of St. David Anglican Church ebrated his life and faith on the you while you heal.’” and Holy Cross Lutheran Church, following weekend. The episode helped to clarify St. both in Orillia. Mr. Donald was one of the key David’s vision as a welcoming place The two congregations came people at St. David’s who kept the for all. “Hospitality and Christ-like together in 2008 to become St. David congregation together and moving welcome – that, in essence, is what Anglican-Lutheran Church, but the forward as it entered into discus- Bob represented in his walk with agreement wasn’t finalized by all sions and then merged with Holy the Lord,” she says. parities, including the diocese and Cross. He provided leadership as Mr. Donald’s generosity extended the Evangelical Lutheran Church in the two congregations came to- outside the parish as well. One day Canada, until this past September. gether and tried to figure out how to he saw a woman crying at the end Mr. Donald, a long-time parish- live as a shared community. It was of the church’s walkway. She was ioner and stalwart of St. David’s one of the first Anglican-Lutheran new to Canada and commuting who had terminal cancer, wanted mergers in the diocese and it wasn’t from Toronto to work at a nursing to hold the document while he clear how they were going to do it. home in Orillia. Mr. Donald and his still could. He was proud of the “This is a tiny community, and Bob Donald holds the signed agreement. Joining him are church members, wife provided her with a room in amalgamation and what the church Bob really helped people to trust,” from left, Deaconess Pamela Harrington, Catherine King and Louisa Jensen. their home. had achieved. says the Rev. Lori Pilatzke, the Photo by Nancy Hannah “It’s sort of in my nature to al- “We came together and never incumbent, who called Mr. Donald ways care for others,” he explained. looked back,” he said. “We’ve been the church’s ambassador. “He was and another for Lutherans. The The church also changed some “I’ve always had a place in my heart a strong church family with lots of a giant of a man in physical stature, worship material was projected terminology, to be more appealing for people who have less than me energy and commitment.” and he had a faith and a passion up on screens, so no one had to and understandable to newcomers. and less than others and who are Mr. Donald’s wish came true on equal to his size. He made things juggle books or find passages they For instance, the word “Church- very disrespected for no good rea- Nov. 13, when he was presented happen.” weren’t familiar with. warden” was replaced by the Lu- son at all. We serve a community with the agreement and a letter of The merged congregations “That made us strong right off theran term “Council Chair” – an that is very underserved – people commendation from Archbishop adopted several changes early the bat,” said Mr. Donald in an adjustment that Mr. Donald, who on fixed incomes or are disabled. Colin Johnson and Bishop Peter in their history. One was to hold interview shortly before his death. was a churchwarden at the time, The only people who seem to care Fenty, the area bishop of York- blended services instead of a “We decided to be the best of the readily embraced. “We don’t have about them are the people who go Simcoe, recognizing him for his separate service for Anglicans best, and that’s who we were.” wardens anymore – those are for to church.”

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COMING UP ASH WEDNESDAY THIS EXPLORATION DAY THE SPLENDOUR MONTH wednesday, february 14 | 9:00aM-3:30PM Join us for engaging activities for children and OF NOTRE DAME youth ages 6-14 as we explore the theme of friday, january 19 | 8:00PM reconciliation. There will be multi-disciplinary Enrich your New Year with a Parisian- activities from worship to crafts. See our themed performance featuring organist website for event details and registration. David Briggs and the Choir of St. James Cathedral. Visit our website for details. Truth & Reconciliation Series LESSONS An Interfaith Panel FROM THE EARTH: FEAR & HOPE: INDIGENOUS KNOWLEDGE LIVING IN & TRADITIONAL TEACHING DIFFICULT TIMES ON CREATION with Giidaakunadaad Nancy Rowe, Thursday, january 18 | 6:00PM Mississaugas of the New Credit Elder Join us for a lively discussion with Muslim wednesday, february 7 chaplain imam Dwyer, anishnabe Elder Dr. Deb Danard, and Mennonite peace- 6:00pm Service iN ThE CaThEDral builder Peter haresnape on experiencing 6:30pm light Supper iN ThE CaThEDral CENTrE hope in our turbulent times. 7:00pm lecture iN ThE CaThEDral CENTrE

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Joh nson was elected to be disciplinecalld by h i905.933.6200s diocesan bish x22op, who SeptemberNazareth, Btownram ahalllea .are particu- until Jan. 2. suffragan bishop. I was surprised when he was once his archdeacon, executive assistant parishes covering 26,000 square kilometers. When we entered his office, there was a met with me just before the clergy conference and suffragan bishop. In receiving the admoni- Of the nearly 5 million people who live within the diocesan boundaries, 376,000 warmth and genuineness experienced by both that year and offered me the position. tion, he told his successor in office that he ex- claim to be affiliated with the Anglican of us in our first meeting with Bishop Finlay. It was a privilege anTod d helpistin peoplect hono withur to complex pected nothing less from him and that he was mental health challenges get Church, with about 80,000 people He was veUnwaveringry interested in g etting t o SUPPORTknow us serve as his executive assistant and archdea- exercising his episcopal ministry responsibly. identified on the parish rolls. The diocese back on their feet, recover and our young family. We shared the stories con. I got to know Terry even better and I believe that Archbishop Terence was lead- is home to many ethnic and language- of our Christian journeys aandnd famil y life. It learned much from himdignity,. I witn leaveesse dhomelessness the depth ing the diocese in the direction of being more based congregations, including African, was a pleasure to engage with him and have a of his faith and his conbehind,cern for it e onlyvery takes paris htwo in things:we lcoming to those who were vulnerable, Caribbean, Chinese, Filipino, French, sense of the pastoral care and suppoHOPErt he of- the diocese . He showedunwavering compassio supportn, parti candu- hope.marginalized, voiceless and in the minority. Hispanic, Japanese, and Tamil. The City of fered clergy and their families. I had no idea larly for the marginalized and minorities in He made a very significant difference in the Toronto has the largest population of that six years later I would be working closely the Church and in the LOFTwider coffersommu thenity. life of the Diocese of Toronto. It is not surpris- aboriginal peoples in the country. with him as his executive assistant and Archbishop Finlay wUnwaveringas very disci pSupport.lined in ing, therefore, to hear and read the very com- Archdeacon of York. his work. He worked long hours and paid at- plimentary reflections that many have shared The Archbishop of Toronto: I got to know Terry, as he was affectionate- tention to detail, thoroYouughl yprovide readin gthe doc Hope.u- about their experiences of him. He exercised a The Most Rev. Colin Johnson ly calle d, when I became a member of the Pos- ments, letters or any material needed for servant ministry throughout his ordained life, York-Credit Valley: tulancy Committee and a regional dean. He meetings. It was also ePleasevident tha ti ncludehe cared and for that we give thanks to God for his ex- The Rt. Rev. Jenny Andison gave wise counsel and offered good insight in- deeply for the wider ChLOFTurch an ind a pyourprecia tWilled . ample. I was privileged and honoured to have to challenging matters facing the Church. His the importance of ecumenical r elationships. had the opportunity to know him as my bish- Trent-Durham: was a calming voice and a non-anxious pres- One of the qualities I admired about Terry op, mentor and friend. The Church has been The Rt. Rev. Riscylla Shaw For more information, or to ence. He offered strong episcopal leadership was his willingness to make time for people. blessed to have had him as a faithful bishop. receive a free estate planning Send your York-Scarborough: in the diocese, both pastorally and morally. He He made himself available to clergy and laity He will be missed and leaves a legacy of ex- brochure, contact Jane Corbett The Rt. Rev. Kevin Robertson was a model of deep faith and prayerful who needed to meet with him. I was often emplary leadershiparishp, humility ,news compassion and at 416-979-1994 x 227 or thoughtfulness, and was genuinely concerned asked to join him in meetings with others, profound faith. We are grateful to his family York-Simcoe: [email protected]. about the well- being of the clergy and laity and it was evident that he always listened in- for having shared handim wi tphotosh the Church and The Rt. Rev. Peter Fenty under his episcopal leadership. tently. Terry was a pastor, mentor, friend and assure them of our prayerful support. We give LOFT Community Services The Diocese of Toronto: In the spring of 2003 I received a call from confidante. Archbishop Terenctoe Fi neditor@lay back to his Cre- 15 Toronto Street, 9th Floor 135 Adelaide St. E., the Archbishop’s office inviting me to meet Another quality I admired in him was his ator God with the same graciousness we ex- Toronto, ON M5C 2E3 Toronto, Ont., M5C 1L8 with him. I thought I was going to be invited humility. He engaged with people in all sta- perienced oftoronto.anglican.ca him. May he rest in peace and www.loftcs.org 1-800-668-8932/416-363-6021 to sit on another committee of the diocese. He tions of life. He was as comfortable talking rise with Christ in glory. Web site: http://www.toronto.anglican.ca January 2018 synod TheAnglican 5 synod 2017

The Diocese of Toronto’s 157th Regular Session of Synod was held on Nov. 24-25 at the Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel & Suites in Richmond Hill. The theme of Synod was “Growing in Christ,” which is also the name of the diocese’s new strategic plan for the next four years. The name was taken from Ephesians 4:15: “But speaking the truth in love, we must grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ.” Here are the highlights Brian Suggs, the York-Simcoe Area Youth Coordinator, and Johanna Pak enjoy Synod. All photos by Michael Hudson of Synod, in chronological order: DAY 1 Synod begins with Eucharist Synod began with a Eucharist, followed by lunch and the business session. During the worship service, Synod acknowledged it was meeting on traditional First Na- tions’ land. It also prayed for those who had died since the last regular session of Synod in 2015. One of the hymns in the service, We Sing New Songs of Hope and Expectation, was written by the Rev. Sher- man Hesselgrave, the incumbent of Holy Trinity, Trinity Square, Toronto. There were 633 voting and non-voting members The Rev. Jeff Potter tells Synod about St. Synod’s youngest member gets comfortable. in attendance on the first day. Stephen, Maple. service followed on the first Sunday in Ad- Synod debates proposed New canons, a loop of posts about Synod from Twitter vent and was a great occasion. Since then, election changes archdeacon named and Instagram. To see their posts on the the church has grown and word continues Synod debated a motion that proposed Archbishop Colin Johnson announced wall, Synod members used the hashtag to spread, reflecting the church’s motto, amendments to sections 10 and 11 of the new canons and an archdeacon. They are: #synodTO with their messages and “a Christian community in the making.” Constitution, which deal with the way • The Rev. Canon Byron Gilmore, photos. Mr. Potter thanked the many people who bishops are elected. The amendments Christ Church, Brampton were involved in this reboot, especially would have required a diocesan bishop or • The Rev. Canon Christopher (Kit) Archbishop delivers Charge the Rev. Canon Susan Bell, the diocese’s coadjutor bishop to be elected by two- Greaves, Christ Memorial, Oshawa In his Charge to Synod, Archbishop John- Canon Missioner. thirds of the total votes cast in both the • The Rev. Canon Gary van der Meer, son spoke about Bishop John Strachan’s Order of Clergy and the Order of Laity. St. Anne, Gladstone Ave., Toronto contributions to the diocese, the diocese’s Constitution, canon (Currently, only a majority of the total • Deacon Canon Jacqueline Boutheon, new strategic plan, his thoughts about changes approved votes cast in each order is needed for the Christ Church, Scarborough the diocese since General Synod 2016, his Synod approved changes to the Consti- election of a bishop.) Furthermore, the • The Rev. Canon Joan Cavanagh- coming retirement and his request for the tution that would give the Secretary of name of the candidate with the lowest Clark, Parish of Kinmount, Minden election of a coadjutor bishop. See pages Synod the authority to deal with late reg- number of votes in the combined orders and Maple Lake 6-7. istrations at Synod. Synod also approved would have been eliminated in each round • The Rev. Canon Joanne Davies, chap- revisions to Canon 10 – Clerical Appoint- of voting, except when there were fewer lain at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Members practise ments, Exchanges, Retirements and Ter- than four candidates remaining or the Centre and St. John Rehabilitation electronic voting minations, to allow the combination of a candidate with the lowest total number of Hospital, Toronto As in previous Synods, members used churchwarden and deputy churchwarden votes in the combined orders received 10 • The Rev. Canon Philip Der, St. Chris- electronic devices, called response pads, to be members of a parish selection com- or more votes in each order. topher, Richmond Hill to vote. They were given instructions and mittee. Finally, Synod approved revisions The proposed changes applied only to • Canon Mary Conliffe, Diocesan Ex- took part in a few test polls to practise. In to Canon 15 – Churchwardens, to allow for the election of a diocesan bishop or a co- ecutive Assistant to the Archbishop a light-hearted moment, Synod was asked flexibility when the collecting and count- adjutor bishop; the election of a suffragan • The Ven. Kyn Barker, the diocese’s to vote on a mock motion that Synod be ing of the offerings of a congregation are bishop would continue to require a simple coordinator of Deacons, Archdeacon adjourned. Seventy per cent voted in conducted. There will be a two-step pro- majority in each order. of Toronto favour and 30 per cent were opposed. cess whereby the churchwardens confirm A background note to the motion gave The installation service will be held on the custody of envelopes, loose cash and the rationale for the proposed changes. Jan. 21 at 4:30 p.m. at St. James Cathedral. Executive Director introduced cheques and then ensure that the formal It stated that some other dioceses have a Archbishop Johnson introduced Angela count is conducted within a specified time two-thirds threshold among clergy and A first for Synod Hantoumakos, the diocese’s new Execu- frame. Churchwardens will be required to laity for the election of a diocesan bishop. For the first time, Synod had a social tive Director. For related story, see Page 1. forward a copy of the annual budget with This ensures that the cleric elected has media wall – a large screen that showed the statistical and financial returns to the broad support across the diocese and was A community in the making Secretary of Synod. able to represent that diversity within the In Synod’s first Missional and Outreach Anglican Church of Canada and the wider Moment, the Rev. Jeff Potter told the story Coadjutor election Communion. of St. Stephen, Maple, a new church plant likely in June Diocesan Council had forwarded the that is a year old. The original St. Ste- Synod approved a motion to have an elec- motion to Synod with the recommenda- phen’s closed in 2008 and the building was tion of a coadjutor bishop in 2018. In Sep- tion that it be adopted. deconsecrated. However, the land was tember, Archbishop Johnson announced After debate, Synod voted on the mo- kept and eventually a reboot was imag- that he was retiring and informed tion. Because it was a proposed change to ined. The church was in need of repair Diocesan Council that he would be asking the Constitution, it required 75 per cent “but we could feel the potential,” he said. Synod to concur with his request for the approval to come into effect immediately. In time, a small group came together election of a coadjutor bishop for the Dio- It received 68 per cent approval. There- and on Oct. 30 of 2016 Bishop Peter Fenty cese of Toronto. He said the election will reconsecrated the church. The first public likely be held on June 9, 2018. Continued on Page 8 A Synod member votes with a response pad. 6 TheAnglican synod January 2018 I want to say how proud I am of this diocese Archbishop connects past to present in Charge to Synod

By Archbishop Colin Johnson schools, public schools, three universities and theological training. In founding the hat a privilege it is to serve you York District Grammar School in October as the bishop of this wonderful 1812, he provided a full range of academic diocese and to represent you courses to build the capacity of young men Win the wider councils of the to take their roles in state and Church, Church in Canada and across our Com- offering reduced fees for the poor so that munion. We have been truly blessed in they, too, could rise into leadership. the breadth of the gifts God has given In spite of his reputation as a partisan, us, in the resources of peoples who have he actually worked to set a standard for come from every part of the globe, in the inclusiveness. Dr. Jonathan Lofft, a former physical resources we have inherited, and member of Synod, spoke of Bishop Stra- in the rich diversity of our spiritual life, chan at a recent event at the cathedral. In all rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. words both sacramental and racializing, John Strachan died 150 years ago this Bishop Strachan expressed the core of month. He was the first Bishop of Toronto. his pedagogy: “Indeed the human mind, I am the eleventh. I was overwhelmed by whether enclosed in a white, red, or black the thought of following him as I walked to tabernacle, exhibits the same qualities and the front of the cathedral at that moment powers, when subjected to similar disci- of my election some 14 years ago. pline; and the Scripture account, that we He had the energy of the Energizer Bun- are all the descendants of one common par- ny on steroids. A larger-than-life character, ent, is corroborated by the natural history brilliant, forceful, energetic and flawed, he of our species.”* These words, originally set the stage for the Diocese of Toronto as published anonymously in 1819, conveyed we know it, not the least in this: he trained sentiments profoundly unpopular, even up an indigenized clergy, insisted on a disturbing, to many of Bishop Strachan’s locally financially self-sufficient church, contemporary readers, more than a decade enfranchised the laity in its governance, before the abolition of slavery in the British and respected a diversity of theological Empire and more than forty years before expression – within Anglican limits, of Darwin dared to go into print. In them, we course. He set the DNA of the diocese as find a kind of charter, moderately jarring to a Church that engaged fully in the life of our ears, too, but sincere, the mission state- the community. While he despised Baptists ment of one who would court controversy and Methodists, the Anglican faith he his entire career in the cause of the Church practised did not stop at the church doors he loved and served. Archbishop Johnson speaks about the diocese’s new strategic plan, Growing in Christ, in his Charge. Photo by Michael Hudson on a Sunday morning. Among his notable assistants was Al- Bishop Strachan instinctively exercised exander Neil Bethune, a high churchman, and Godly worship. ate something from scratch. I want every adaptive leadership to shape a new colony one of his first divinity students who later Our mission is the work that we as parish to find a program and use it, and not on firm, age-old Christian principles, but headed up the theological training insti- Anglicans in this diocese are being called only during Lent. Here are some examples: he had to face challenges that no one had tute in Cobourg and eventually succeeded to do: to build healthy, missional Anglican • Christian Foundations – Grounding ready-prepared answers for. He took risks, him as Archdeacon of York and then as communities that engage faithfully with for a Life in Faith, written by the Rev. he tried new things, he had to adapt old the second Bishop of Toronto. As impor- the world and share the Gospel of Jesus Canon Judy and Pat Paulsen and the ways to meet new situations. This Synod is tant was Henry James Grassett, whom Christ. Rev. Canon Susan Bell. a result. He convened a gathering of clergy he appointed as his curate in 1835. What Note the mission and the vision: these • Alpha; Living the Questions; the Pil- and laity before it was legal or constitution- is remarkable for a man of, shall we say, do not change much over time, but the grim Series. al to do so. Yes, there were discussions in strenuous opinion, is that Strachan and specifics of how we need to put them into • There is funding available through the Parliament to begin the changes that would Grassett were at opposite ends of the theo- practice in our particular context do. They Our Faith-Our Hope grants for more allow it, but there was a pastoral reality logical spectrum – Strachan high church, are a continuation of the ministry that we intensive leadership development. that could not wait. It was what Archbishop Grassett an Evangelical. Yet Strachan ap- have undertaken in this diocese since John We are in the midst of rethinking our re- Rowan Williams more recently called, in pointed him as his domestic and examining Strachan’s days. They can easily apply to cruitment strategy so that our leadership another context, a principled loosening of chaplain, and thus with responsibility for parish life as well, and inform both the reflects more broadly the society we serve. the structures, to allow the mission of the the selection of candidates for ordination, “what” we do and “how” we engage to We have an opportunity to rethink how Church in a local context to flourish. The and appointed him to succeed him as rec- join in God’s work of transforming lives. the Congregational Development depart- Synod came first, the authorization came tor of the cathedral. We will take some time tonight to think ment integrates the work of mission, con- later. And so, we have our 157th gathering One of Bishop Strachan’s enduring through how it might apply to your parish gregational health and formation, and how of our diocesan Synod today. legacies is how he dealt with property to – and it does apply to your parish! it fits into stewardship, communications He convened the first Synod for the underwrite the ministry and mission of the and property. I am very grateful for the newly created Diocese of Huron to elect its Church. He convinced rectors to amalgam- Leadership and Formation 30-plus years of ministry that Canon Dave first bishop, when bishops were still crown ate their allocation of the clergy reserves We have a pressing need for a renewed Robinson has given to our diocese and the appointments. Queen Victoria graciously (the land the government gave for support catechetical process, the forming of dis- wider Church, and I thank the dedicated consented to appoint the elected candidate, to the churches). Although he was able to ciples who are formed and being formed staff and highly experienced volunteers ushering in a new age in Canada. Bishop get fewer allocations from the government in their faith and able to share our story who provide an inspired model of leader- Strachan was the last and only Bishop of than he hoped, his leverage of the lands winsomely. Bible study, yes; but more than ship for other dioceses. Toronto to be appointed, not elected. the Church had been given still provides that, we need to develop our capacity in He was missional, encouraging the income today for ministry from the York apologetics – not to apologize and “say Governance founding of churches throughout the grow- Rectors and Etobicoke and Peterborough sorry,” but in the older sense of the word: For a number of Synods, we have consid- ing region, but he also provided alterna- Glebes. to give a cogent reason for the hope that ered how we govern ourselves. We have tives to the prevailing norms. He founded Last year, we adopted a new strategic lies within you. not figured out how to use technology ef- a traditional parish church, St. John, York plan that will set the direction for our work This Lent, I am recommending that we fectively to bring people together to share Mills, in 1816 but then started a 7 o’clock over the next five years. Do you hear the all take part in a simple exercise: “Meeting ideas and make decisions. The technology Sunday evening service – a fresh expres- links back to our DNA? Leadership and Jesus in the Gospel of John,” a joint project is growing easier and is more accessible. sion, if you will – at the grammar school formation. Stewardship of property and of the Society of St. John the Evangelist and We have an enormous Synod – two to for those who could not go to the morning resources for ministry. Trust and culture. Virginia Theological Seminary. Please join three times the size of our neighbours’ services at St. James Church (now our ca- “Growing in Christ,” as it is titled, identi- me in this. There are booklets available at Synods, 20 times the size of our Provincial thedral) because of their work or because fies these focus areas for our attention as a Synod for $2. You can receive a daily video Synod, more than twice as large as our they were socially uncomfortable, even diocese, rooted in our vision of an Angli- to your email, and small-group resources national Synod and more than twice the unwelcomed. can community committed to proclaim- are available online to parish groups. size of the House of Commons. There are He was an ardent proponent of educa- ing and embodying Jesus Christ through There is no dearth of good and diverse many good reasons for this, perhaps. It is tion and formation, establishing grammar compassionate service, intelligent faith resources available. You don’t have to cre- especially good at bringing people together January 2018 synod TheAnglican 7 I want to say how proud I am of this diocese

developed have been very successful and sustainable conviction that is historic and need to be extended. We are developing significant. It remains a coherent theologi- a program for legacy giving that you will cal, biblical and pastoral position within our hear about over the coming year. Anglican tradition, but not the only one. All A major opportunity for us is the gift of us need to extend to each the most gener- (and the burden) of our property – $1.5 ous Christian charity that our Redeemer billion worth of it. As a basic principle, calls us to exercise as we, together, seek to we cannot be possessed by our property. discern and live out God’s will. On the contrary, our property is bound by We live in a very diverse Church. The the mission. We are exploring new ways diversity that our diocesan community to manage these resources wisely and demonstrates means we are called to wit- consistently, and seeking new ways to lev- ness to the faith in a variety of ways, and erage these for the long-term benefit of the though such witness is rooted in differing mission of our Church, just as John Stra- interpretations and understanding of Holy chan did with the clergy reserves some 175 Scripture and the tradition, the ways are years ago. We are seriously understaffed recognizably Anglican. You will note that to do this work in-house, and we will have there are strong affirmations in the pastoral to think outside the box and change our guidelines assuring a continued and hon- governance models. oured place in all aspects of diocesan life for those who do not agree with this response. Culture and Trust We are enriched by the breadth of this I have left this to the end, because in the diversity and would be lessened by the loss long run it is the most important. of any voice. I am committed to continuing We live in a polarizing world: distrust of the long practice of this diocese to reflect the “other,” however the other is defined; a this authentic diversity in the selection and society that has tolerated bullies and abuse, appointment of clergy, in honoring parish that has normalized highly charged dis- traditions, and in the membership of com- course that publicly divides and mocks and mittees and councils of the diocese. diminishes opponents. It is often cloaked in I issued a pastoral statement a few a false tolerance in the name of free speech weeks ago, fully endorsed by all the suffra- or expression of personal opinion. It is a gan bishops, about how I intend to include worldview that has infiltrated the way we in the life of this diocese clergy and laity in the Church speak and act. It is wrong! It who hold differing convictions about sexu- is not healthy debate. It is contrary to the ality issues that we are struggling with Gospel of Jesus Christ. It is contrary to the today. It is not boasting to say that other vows we make in baptism to respect the parts of the Anglican Communion look to dignity of other. It destroys communion. us as a model for dealing with patient gen- In the alternative, we are called in scrip- erosity and gracious hospitality; it is a fact ture to “Build all up with love.” – they do. This is not to sweep under the In a time when the boundaries of civil carpet real and important differences. It is, Archbishop Johnson speaks about the diocese’s new strategic plan, Growing in Christ, in his Charge. Photo by Michael Hudson discourse are neither clear nor agreed, I rather, to recognize that such differences think we should establish some mutually do not permit us to abandon our more for celebration, consultation and learning, we understand and practice ministry – and developed guidelines and accountability basic need (our neediness) to hold one an- but it is a particularly cumbersome, ex- we are also continuing excellent and excit- that will express our values for Christian other in love as Christ himself commanded pensive and inefficient way to make some ing work as we have always done it. Both/ conversation, and model parameters for us. I have met and continue to meet with kinds of decisions. And our 42-member and, not either/or. our interactions with one another in the representatives, both conservatives and Diocesan Council is 40 per cent larger than Not everything has worked as planned. Church, with the wider community, in per- liberals, to work out practical measures to the Executive Council (the Cabinet) of the We are collecting the learnings, examining son, in our meetings, and in our use of so- ensure that all may flourish to the greatest Province of Ontario. the data, figuring out what went well and cial media. Let us build a stronger culture possible extent within our Church. The parish governance structure does repeating it, and figuring out what did not of trust, for it is an essential component of This willingness to accommodate not generally meet the needs of our par- and making adjustments and trying again Christian discipleship. It will impact our difference has marked our approach in ishes or our people, either. The rethink is – that’s what innovation based on evidence leadership, our governance, our capacity controversial issues for most of the history not a rearrangement of deck chairs, but is about: creating and maintaining a “con- for innovation. It is a matter of the good of our diocese; we have not always done it putting our structures at the service of our tinuous learning organization.” stewardship of our human resources. well, but we have never been a diocese of core mission – to be flexible and urgent in Evidence-based innovation is about A challenge that continues to affect our theological, spiritual, liturgical or political our response to the mission of Christ in making decisions based on good data that life together, and yes, our mutual trust, is uniformity. I have worked deliberately to our communities. marry the hunches we have with facts, so marriage. General Synod met a year ago make this a reality during my four decades that our interpretations and decisions are last July in this very spot and approved the of ministry. In spite of his very strong Innovation based on evidence based in reality, not just wishful thinking. first step to amend the marriage canon to opinions on many controversial subjects, Some years ago at a Synod, I asked people It’s about making good judgments, and formally permit same-sex marriages in the this was Bishop Strachan’s legacy. I fer- to take some missional risks, to take the so it is related to governance. It’s about Church. Over the next year, including this vently hope that it will be my legacy to this family car out for a spin. I was asked if taking risks, so it requires trust. It’s about afternoon, there will be further consulta- diocese as well. people had permission to have the keys prioritizing our resources, so it’s related to tions as we prepare for a second and final There have been many significant to the car. Yes! Yes! Yes! We need to take stewardship. It’s what John Strachan did. reading at General Synod in 2019. changes in this past year. We have had risks – calculated risks, to be sure, but With the advice of the chancellor of a number of important staff changes at complacency is not sustainable. Stewardship General Synod, supported by a number the Synod Office. I am very grateful to It is exciting to see what has been hap- Stewardship is importantly related to of canon lawyers, I have acted under the Susan Abell for her willingness to serve pening when people do take the keys. I leadership and formation – we need to be provisions of the Constitution of General as interim Chief Administrative Officer hope you have looked in the Convening formed as stewards of God’s creation, a Synod and the authority of what is known while we reassessed the scope of the role. Circular to see what has been going on in vow of our baptism. as “jus liturgicum” – liturgical and pastoral I am delighted to welcome Angela Hantou- the diocesan family. It is impressive. Reach Stewardship is not only about money, jurisdiction of a diocesan bishop within his makos, whom I will introduce later, to the and Stretch grants, church plants and but people. We need to identify and call diocese – to provide alternative rites for this newly renamed position as Executive Di- reboots, leadership support, new forms of our potential leaders from all the cultures to meet the pastoral needs of some in our rector, providing leadership in implement- ministry started, traditional forms of min- and traditions we have been blessed with diocese. It is an interim pastoral measure, ing Growing in Christ, our strategic plan, istry re-invigorated, substantial contribu- in our diocese. We simply cannot afford to in a restricted number of parishes where and coordinating the services that we offer tions to the work of the Church beyond our overlook or undervalue the gifts of people it has been requested after consultation. I to the parishes and people of this diocese. borders. More than $1.2 million has been who look or think or decide differently have authorized some same-sex marriages Three area bishops have moved or given for healing and reconciliation and than we do. We certainly cannot allow our- to be solemnized in certain limited circum- retired since our last regular Synod. All Aboriginal ministries, and half a million selves to do that with other Anglicans! I stances. Neither parishes nor individual of them began their ordained ministry in dollars in matching grants to parishes for am committed to intentionally seeking this clergy will be required to celebrate mar- Toronto and served our Church with great refugee resettlement. diversity for the health and faithfulness of riages contrary to their convictions. faithfulness, gracious wisdom and effec- We will highlight four or five today and our diocese. As I have said, not all welcome this tive leadership. I am immensely grateful tomorrow in our Missional and Outreach We have given attention to our patterns development, some because it goes too far, to bishops Linda Nicholls, Philip Poole and Moments, but they are just the tip of an of financial giving. The stewardship educa- some because it is not enough. The tradi- Patrick Yu for their service. iceberg of ideas that are changing the way tion and mentoring programs that we have tional position on marriage is an authentic, Continued on Page 12 8 TheAnglican synod January 2018 highlights

Continued from Page 5 fore, it will be required to come to the next regular session of Synod for it to be passed. The next regular session of Synod will be held Nov. 9-10, 2018. Advice sought for marriage canon discussions After wide consultation, Archbishop Johnson has convened a group to create a process for the diocese to discuss the proposed changes to General Synod’s Marriage Canon, which would allow for same-sex marriage in the Anglican Church of Canada. General Synod voted on the proposed changes last year and will do so again in 2019. In the meantime, it has referred the matter to diocesan and provincial Synods for their consideration. The group consists of Marge Watters Sister Act, a singing group made up of members of St. James, Kinmount, St. Paul, Minden and St. Peter, Maple Lake, entertain Synod during dinner. The Knebel, ODT (chair), Chris Ambidge, the group sings at a number of local events throughout the year. Photo by Michael Hudson Rev. Canon Susan Bell, Pamela Boisvert, the Rev. Chris Harper, the Rev. Canon Philip Hobson, the Rev. Ian LaFleur, Ryan the process. In a statement dated July 14, importance of the process not just to the “The mandate before us is open-ended. Ramsden, the Rev. Mark Regis, and it is 2016, the Primate wrote: “More than ever diocese but the wider Church. “What we Each diocese has been given the opportu- facilitated by Janet Marshall. Its mandate we must make efforts not to turn away do here in the Toronto diocese is quite nity to consider the proposed change to is to formulate a process for the diocese from one another, but rather to one an- important,” she said. “It will be noticed. the Marriage Canon in a way that makes that started at this Synod and will con- other, not to ignore but to recognize one As the largest and most multicultural sense for them. We have been given no tinue at the diocese’s next regular session another, not to walk apart but together.” Canadian diocese, we have a distinct voice specific directions or deliverables, and of Synod on Nov. 9-10, 2018. In a pastoral statement dated Sept. 27, within the Canadian church. We have an there is to be no vote. Our discussions and Archbishop Johnson called on Ms. 2017, which was published in the Novem- opportunity to be a beacon of hope for conversations need not be brought to any Watters Knebel, the Rev. Canon Alyson ber issue of The Anglican and is available the wider Church, by responding in a way conclusion or decision. How we consider Barnett-Cowan, Mr. Harper and Mr. Regis on the diocese’s website, www.toronto. that models unity in diversity, celebrates this is up to us. to speak to Synod. A hard copy of their anglican.ca, Archbishop Johnson wrote: the strengths and gifts of diversity and “This afternoon we ask for the help of presentations was also made available to “All of us need to extend to each other reflects our common commitment to the this body in creating a process that will Synod members. the most generous Christian charity that gospel of Jesus Christ and the mission of serve you, your parishes and the diocese. Ms. Watters Knebel said that both Jesus our Redeemer calls us to exercise the Church. Our process may be of help to We want our plans to reflect your ideas Archbishop Fred Hiltz, the Primate, as we, together, seek to discern and live others and it will certainly be of interest and wishes.” and Archbishop Johnson have written out God’s will.” as the national church prepares for Gen- To further set the context for the table pastoral responses that set the tone for Ms. Watters Knebel stressed the eral Synod 2019. Continued on Page 9

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January 2018 synod TheAnglican 9 highlights Continued from Page 8 discussions that followed, Mr. Harper, Canon Barnett-Cowan and Mr. Regis were invited to speak. Mr. Harper, the diocese’s Indigenous Native Priest, called the dio- cese “the poster child of diversity” with its many people and churches. “It is our diversity that we should celebrate with one voice, for in our diversity God reveals His glory and depth of love, for the love of the world He gave His Son,” he said. “In our diversity we are all called and named as children of creation and God knows us, and we are called to be His peace to the world. And as hope was given to us in faith, we are to witness hope to all that we encounter in all what we think, say and Synod members enjoy each other’s company and do. the displays in the hallway outside the plenary “So I call you for a short time: express room. At left, the Rev. Canon Joan Cavanaugh- love, peace and hope as only you can, Clark of the Parish of Minden-Kinmount (left) as a child of God’s calling. Set aside the joins staff from the Diocesan Centre: from left, divisive chains of politics and our own Patricia McIlhone, Canon Mary-Anne Nicholls personal sensitivities, so that we might and Aneita Chang. All photos by Michael Hudson walk together and respectfully see each other for who we have been called to be… to pursue further. They were encouraged a child of God in the family of God, cre- to drop their ideas into a basket on the ated in diversity.” way out of the plenary hall, and to also Canon Barnett-Cowan, who has held take one of their comments back home senior positions in the Canadian Church with them as a reminder. and the Anglican Communion, recounted some of the key moments in the Church’s Synod ends day with prayer discussions on homosexuality, same-sex Synod ended for the day with closing blessings and same-sex marriage over prayers led by the Rev. David Bryan the past 40 years. She said that at every Hoopes, OHC, the Synod chaplain. point there has been an attempt to un- Mr. Regis ended by saying: “The Ca- Strategic plan lays out vision derstand all points of view and to honour nadian Church is in a process of discern- After dinner, Synod members listened to a differences. ment, and as this discernment continues, presentation about the diocese’s new stra- “When (the Church) is at its best has we in the Diocese of Toronto have a tegic plan, Growing in Christ. The plan been when it has truly focused on listen- unique opportunity and possibly even a lays out a bold five-year vision (2016-2021) DAY 2 ing: listening to the Scriptures, listening charism to engage and model a gracious and sets the foundations for how we will to the experience of gay and lesbian peo- way where divergent understandings of work together to build healthy, missional Synod opens with worship ple, listening to those who come from dif- marriage and other significant matters of Anglican communities that engage faith- The second day of Synod began at 9 a.m. ferent cultural and theological contexts, faith can faithfully bear with one another. fully with the world and share the gospel on Nov. 25 with worship. About 638 voting listening to those who truly do not know Ongoing dialogue is essential in living of Jesus Christ. Here are the main parts of and non-voting members attended the what is right, listening to those who are this out… Let us continue in prayer as we the plan: second day of Synod. convinced that they are right,” she said. listen for God’s voice in mission, asking Our vision: “An Anglican community She spoke about some of the times for renewal within a time of great cultural committed to proclaiming and embodying The Faith Hub reaches out when the Canadian Church seemed and ecclesiastical change.” Jesus Christ through compassionate ser- In the second Missional and Outreach to coalesce and find a common mind, After their presentations, Ms. Watters vice, intelligent faith and Godly worship.” Moment, the Very Rev. Andrew Asbil, describing the work of General Synods in Knebel asked Synod members to discuss Our mission: “We build healthy, mis- rector of St. James Cathedral and dean 1995, 2004 and 2010. at their tables this question: sional Anglican communities that engage of Toronto, spoke about drug use and “I could easily list the times when the “There will be a Regular Session of faithfully with the world and share the homelessness in the area around the ca- opposite has happened, when process got Synod in 2018 where proposed changes to gospel of Jesus Christ.” thedral. He spoke about the outstanding in the way of discernment instead of serv- General Synod’s Marriage Canon will be Our values: “Faith, compassion, collabo- work of the cathedral’s drop-in to address ing it, and when people felt that they had discussed. What would be most helpful to ration, accountability, boldness.” the needs. He spoke about how people been rudely overruled by a majority,” she you and the diocese in preparing for that The plan has identified five Focus from the nearby Roman Catholic, United said. “Moreover, many in the Church have conversation?” (It was noted that in 2018 Areas to guide and determine the priori- and Anglican churches and others have expressed anguish about the length of there will be a diocesan discussion, not a ties for the diocese’s resources over the come together to create The Faith Hub, time that this process has taken, and the vote.) coming years: leadership and formation, to walk with and learn from those on the personal cost to them. After 15 minutes of discussions, Synod trust and culture, innovation based on evi- streets and living in poverty. He said the “But I would rather you lift up your members were asked to individually dence, governance and decision-making, group hopes to create circles of support. heads to consider that the path of dia- record their ideas and suggestions on a and stewardship of resources He asked Synod members to pray for logue, far from keeping the Church from piece of paper. The committee will use Susan Abell, ODT, the diocese’s interim all those involved in The Faith Hub and doing anything at all, is in fact the only those suggestions as it designs a process Chief Administrative Officer, led the invited people to join as volunteers. path it can follow if it is to maintain its for the conversation. The committee presentation. She introduced a video of unity and seek the truth in all honesty.” members said they would compile the an interview with Jack Welch, the former Synod hears about Ms. Regis, an associate priest at St. suggestions and report back on the sec- CEO of General Electric, speaking on Provincial Synod Paul, Bloor Street, spoke about how Arch- ond day of Synod. leadership, vision, mission, and energiz- Laura Walton, a Synod member and the bishop Johnson, following the contentious ing people. Prolocutor of Provincial Synod, gave a vote at General Synod in 2016, called a Dinner features Sister Act After the video, Ms. Abell encouraged report on the Provincial Synod for the series of meetings with clergy who hold Synod enjoyed a hot meal and was Synod members to read the Growing Continued on Page 10 to the historic definition of marriage, to entertained by Sister Act, a group of in Christ document in full. “We need to hear their concerns. Close to 70 clergy in singers from the Parish of Minden- remind ourselves that the vision is some- the diocese voiced their concerns official- Kinmount. thing that will not change through time,” ly, along with many lay people, he said, she said. “Our mission is what we are culminating in facilitated discussions over Synod’s sponsors thanked called to do today to realize the vision.” two days with Archbishop Johnson and a Gratitude was expressed to Synod’s spon- She said a strategic plan helps Angli- group of representative clergy in August. sors, who helped offset the costs of the cans have a way of thinking and talking These discussions were facilitated by event. They include: together. She said the conversations Canon Barnett-Cowan and Archbishop Jo- • CGOV Asset Management and Letko have been very rich. “It gives permission siah Idowu-Fearon, the current Secretary Brosseau (dinner co-sponsors) and support to lift things up and think General of the Communion. “During those • Canso Investment Counsel Limited together,” she said. discussions, a refreshed commitment to and Northleaf Capital Partners (re- Synod heard from representatives of the validity of the historic understanding freshment sponsors) the working groups about their progress. of marriage and those so convicted was • The Dalton Company (WiFi sponsor) At the end of the presentation, Ms. Abell affirmed, and a shared desire to move for- • AON (reception supporter) asked Synod members to sit quietly for ward together as a diocese was upheld,” • Ecclesiastical Insurance and Marsh a moment and then write down on a he said. “This aim is reflected in the Arch- Limited (refreshment supporters) notepad what impressed or interested Roshni Jayawardena of St. Peter, Erindale (left) Continued on Page 9 bishop’s recent pastoral statement, which • Trinity College and Wycliffe College them today about the plan, and what they and Sherri Golisky of Church of the Redeemer, can be found on the diocesan website.” (worship sponsors) would like to take back to their parishes Bloor Street. 10 TheAnglican synod January 2018

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Ecclesiastical Province of Ontario, which took place Oct. 13-16, 2015 in Toronto, and has continued its work over the past two years. She said Provincial Synod has the unique ability to liaise with the provincial government on many issues and interact with regulatory bodies dealing with cem- eteries and historical designations and competencies. She said the Provincial Synod has worked hard in the past two years to increase the utilization of its members’ gifts. It is working towards a more effec- tive and engaging strategy that lets those on Council continue Provincial Synod’s work between their twice-yearly meet- ings. There are currently three working groups focused on homelessness, elder- care and engaging OPCOTE in discus- sions about what the theological colleges are doing in regards to working on ac- Bishop Michael Bedford-Jones (retired) and Synod members express their appreciation for another well-run Synod. Photo by Michael Hudson tions named by the Truth and Reconcilia- tion Commission. the audit of the financial statements of the plans and take corrective measures The following clergy will be substitute Provincial Synod is also working Synod, the Consolidated Trust Fund and from time to time as best serves the needs members of Provincial Synod: with the senior management teams of the Cemetery Fund for the year ending of the diocese. • The Rev. Canon Joan Cavanaugh- the seven dioceses in the Ecclesiastical Dec. 31, 2017, at a fee to be approved by Clark, Parish of Minden-Kinmount Province, with an eye toward joint man- the Audit Committee. Parish assessment • The Rev. Canon Jacqueline Boutheon, agement and shared costs rather than rate approved Christ Church, Scarborough each diocese paying for the same item. It Synod hears 2017 update Synod approved an assessment rate for • The Rev. Canon Mark Kinghan, St. moves toward its next meeting in October Kathryn Rogers, the diocese’s Treasurer parishes of 24.70 per cent for 2018 and Paul, Uxbridge 2018 in Ottawa with a focus on creating a and Director of Finance, gave a financial 2019. This is the same assessment rate as • The Rev. Brad Smith, St. John the 10-year plan that supports all the dioceses update for 2017. She said that due to a in 2017. Evangelist, Peterborough of the Province. number of unforeseen circumstances, which were for the most part one-time Desire to be stronger Lyds Keesmaat-Walsh of the Parish of Reports, financial situations, the diocese was looking at In the fifth Missional and Outreach Mo- Fenelon Falls was elected to be the youth statements approved ending the year with a small deficit. She ment, the Rev. Geoffrey Sangwine spoke member of Provincial Synod. Stephen Synod received and approved the follow- said revenue was static and expenditures about the amalgamation of the former Warner of St. Peter, Erindale will be the ing documents: were, for the most part, under budget or St. Peter, Carlton Street and St. Simon substitute member. • Priorities and Plans, 2015-2017 – Nar- in line, with the exception of higher than the Apostle, Bloor Street, to become St. rative Report. This report contains normal legal costs, and costs for reloca- Peter and St. Simon the Apostle, Toronto. Synod hears feedback notable accomplishments as the dio- tion and retraining, which are expenses He spoke about the churches’ histories on marriage canon process cese transitioned to its new strategic incurred to assist clergy during transi- and ministries to their neighbourhoods. Marge Watters Knebel, ODT, gave plan, Growing in Christ. tional periods. As well, the capital budget He reflected on the process that brought feedback from the first day’s presenta- • Diocesan Council’s Report to Synod. will be higher than expected. The plan the churches together. At the heart of tion about a process for discussing the This report contains a list of mem- was to replace the roof of the Synod Office the amalgamation was their desire to be proposed changes to General Synod’s bers, a summary of all policy and in 2018 but rain leaking in forced that to stronger as one parish rather than to be marriage canon. There were more than major items discussed or approved be moved ahead to 2017. two weaker ones, he said. They focussed 500 suggestions from Synod members, she by Council, and a summary of grants, on getting to know each other. They are said, which will be collated and used to loans and other funding. One high- Synod learns about asking how they can reach out to the chal- shape the process. She said there was a light of this report is that more than work in Africa lenged neighbourhood around them with deep desire for prayerful listening across $19 million in grants and loans were Elin Goulden, the diocese’s Social Justice the hope of the gospel. differences. Among the requests was the awarded from 37 granting and fund- and Advocacy consultant, spoke about the inclusion of youth, LGBTQ, and Indigenous ing streams from July 1, 2015 to June diocese’s $500,000 gift to PWRDF in 2017 Members elected to people in the conversations. There were 30, 2017. to help with work in Africa to improve Provincial Synod comments about the need for parish en- • Financial Report for 2016, the Au- maternal, newborn and child health, and Under the constitution of the diocese gagement in the process, and the need for dited Financial Statements for the to provide food security. She spoke about and the constitution of the Ecclesiastical resources for parishes. Incorporated Synod for 2016 and the her trip in Tanzania to see this work, and Province of Ontario, Synod is required to Audited Financial Statements for the said it has met with great success. Synod elect four clergy and four lay members Archbishop asks four questions Cemetery Fund for 2016. members watched a video about the work to serve as members of Provincial Synod. Archbishop Johnson thanked the Rev. in Africa. William Postma, the executive The Provincial Synod meets every three Canon Claire Wade, who was stepping Town pitches in for refugees director of PWRDF, thanked Synod and years and considers matters of interest down as the honorary secretary of Synod. In the third Missional and Outreach the diocese for its support. He said the in the provincial sphere such as theologi- She was presented with flowers and Moment, the Rev. Canon David Barker $500,000 from the diocese has enabled cal education, social issues, government received a standing ovation. spoke of how the Rev. Canon Anne Moore PWRDF to receive more than $2 million relations, chaplaincies, and vocational Speaking to Synod, Archbishop Johnson and others at St. George, Haliburton from other sources for further work. diaconate ministries. The next Provin- said, “You are an amazing group of people” contacted AURA in 2015 to help refugees. cial Synod will be held in 2018 in Ottawa. who provide enormous leadership in the They held a town meeting and 95 people A Safe Place for LGBTQ youth Clergy voted for clergy and laity voted for Church and where they live. “I am deeply showed up. People joined committees on In the fourth Missional and Outreach Mo- laity, following the rules of the diocese’s grateful for the work you do,” he said. He life skills, health, ESL and many more to ment, the Rev. Erin Martin and Kit Woods Constitution. thanked the staff of the Synod Office. help the refugee family. They received talked about A Safe Place, a regular The following lay members were elect- He asked Synod members to take home more than $64,000 in donations. A Syrian gathering at St. James, Sharon for LGBTQ ed to be members of Provincial Synod: and ponder four questions: family of 11 had been selected to come youth in the area. “Young people need • Lawrence (Larry) Barker, St. Luke, • What are two characteristics that you and they arrived in September 2016. The a safe place to be themselves and know Burnt River have most admired in a bishop? family knew no English and the whole they’re loved and accepted for exactly • Jean Glionna, Holy Trinity, Thornhill • What are two critical issues that are community helped to get them settled. who they are,” said Ms. Martin. The group • Susan Schuschu, St. John, East Oran- affecting the life of this diocese and The family got involved in the commu- averages about seven to eight LGBTQ geville its mission? nity. It was the small army of volunteers youth and their allies at the meetings. • Laura Walton, Christ Church, Batteau • What are two characteristics that who helped on a daily basis to make it a “We’ve seen a transformation in the kids • (James Beckwith, St. Peter, Erindale a bishop should have to lead this success, said Canon Barker. It has been and volunteers,” said Ms. Martin. A cou- will be a substitute lay member of diocese in its mission in the next two years since the people of Haliburton ple of months ago, the church launched Provincial Synod) decade? started and they’ve all be changed by the an adult version of A Safe Place, where • What would you need in the process experience, he added. parents can talk in safety, she said. The following clergy were elected to be of the election to figure out if a candi- members of Provincial Synod: date had those characteristics? Synod prays following attack Synod approves • The Rev. Jeff Potter, St. Stephen, He asked members to email the Synod prayed following the attacks on priorities and budget Maple answers to his office. Synod ended with Nov. 24 on a mosque in Egypt that killed Synod received the document Priorities • The Rev. Canon David Harrison, St. prayers, a hymn and a blessing. more than 300. and Plans 2017-2019 and the Financial Mary Magdalene, Toronto Budgets for 2018-2019, and approved the • The Rev. Karen Hatch, St. Margaret For more information on Synod, including Auditors appointed diocese’s priorities and financial plans in-the-Pines, West Hill motions, reports and financial documents, Synod appointed the firm Grant Thornton contained therein. Diocesan Council will • The Rev. Canon Douglas Graydon, St. visit the Synod page on the diocese’s web- LLP, Chartered Accountants, to conduct implement and report back to Synod on Andrew by-the-Lake, Toronto site, www.toronto.anglican.ca. 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Molly Finlay was volunteers from Masjid Toronto the Diocesan Anglican Church 20. St. Thomas, Shanty Bay ordained a Priest at All Saints, come together at St. Stephen in-the- Women (ACW) voted to termi- John, Bowmanville, Dec. 1, 21. Canadian Council of Churches 2017. Whitby on Dec. 16, 2017. (President – the Rev. Canon Dr. Fields, near Kensington Market, nate its function as a diocesan • The Rev. Ruthanne Ward, In- Alyson Barnett-Cowan) to prepare meals in the church’s organization. The decision was terim Priest-in-Charge, Church Celebrations of 22. Trinity Church, Barrie kitchen that are served to anyone made at a two-day meeting held of the Ascension, Port Perry, New Ministry 23. All Saints, Sherbourne St., who drops by. Sept. 20-21, and came into effect Jan. 7. York-Credit Valley Toronto “There are so many things which Sept. 21. • The Rev. Donald Beyers, • The Rev. Michael Stuchbery, 24. Holy Trinity, Trinity Square Christians and Muslims share, but The decision to close the board Incumbent, Christ Church, Incumbent, St. Philip, Etobi- 25. St. Paul, Bloor Street a belief in the importance of service was made based on the reason- Bolton, April 7. coke, Jan. 28 at 4 p.m. 26. Parroquia San Esteban, Toronto to the poor and vulnerable is one ing that it no longer represents 27. Redeemer, Bloor Street of the most central,” says the Rev. most of the working groups in Vacant Incumbencies York-Scarborough 28. St. James Deanery Maggie Helwig, incumbent of St. viable churches across the Que- Clergy from outside the diocese • The Rev. Canon Cheryl Palmer, 29. San Lorenzo Ruiz Anglican Stephen’s. “Coming together to bec diocese. (At the last Biennial with the permission of their Incumbent, Christ Church, Church, Toronto collaborate in this way also allows General Meeting in York, Gaspe, in bishop may apply through the Deer Park, Jan. 28 at 4 p.m. 30. St. Andrew by-the-Lake, Toronto us to build relationships with each June 2016, only 10 per cent of the Diocesan Executive Assistant, 31. Trinity East (Little Trinity), other, to appreciate each other as parishes in the diocese sent ACW Mrs. Mary Conliffe. Toronto people, and to share our traditions, representatives.) and I hope it can be part of creat- The dissolution is only of the ing a greater understanding and ACW diocesan executive board, not friendship between us.” the various ACW groups and guilds LOOKING AHEAD Imam Dr. Wael Shehab of Masjid throughout the diocese, which will JAN. 28 – “Not Your Average Church Toronto thanked St. Stephen’s for continue as usual. ACW groups To submit items for Looking Ahead, Workshops & Gatherings Service,” 10:30 a.m., contemporary its generosity. Early last year, the in local parishes will no longer be email [email protected]. worship music and family friendly, church stood by Masjid Toronto required to send funds for fees, ca. The deadline for the February JAN. 7 - Epiphany Choral Evensong Holy Trinity, Guildwood, 85 Liv- as it was subjected to numerous pledge, travel, Thank Offering and issue is Jan. 2. Parishes can also at 4 p.m., followed at 5 p.m. by a talk ingston Rd., Toronto. anti-Muslim protests. The church education to the diocesan board, promote their events on the dio- by Dr. Giles Bryant as he traces JAN. 30 - “Spirited” - food and drink also organized the “Stand Against and will be able to distribute their cese’s website Calendar at www. Anglican church music from just for the body and soul – 7:30 p.m. to Islamophobia” rally at city hall funds as they choose. toronto.anglican.ca. before the Prayer Book to the main 9 p.m., at Ace’s Place Bar and Grill, last March. The diocesan board had $3,095.89 forms now used in cathedrals and 113 Guildwood Parkway, Toronto. Since the protests, the leaders of in financial assets, which will be Music & Worship parish churches. At St. Olave, Spirited is an opportunity to relax both the church and mosque have disbursed to the diocesan commu- Bloor Street and Windermere and enjoy some spiritual conver- exchanged visits and agreed to nity project, Chaplaincy Discretion- JAN. 21 - Rock Eucharist featuring Avenue, Toronto. sation. Hosted by Holy Trinity, collaborate in starting a hot lunch ary Fund at Bishop’s University/ the music of Carole King, 7 p.m., JAN. 8 - Alpha program, 7 p.m., Holy Guildwood. program. Champlain College, and PWRDF. Church of the Redeemer, Bloor Trinity, Guildwood, 85 Livingston FEB. 13 - St. Peter, Erindale’s church “Our volunteers are so happy The annual interest on the money Street and Avenue Road, Toronto. Rd., Toronto. Alpha is a series of choir will be serving pancakes and to be able to serve people in this invested with the Church Society JAN. 7-FEB. 18 – Jazz Vespers, 4 p.m., interactive sessions that explore accompaniments to all comers neighborhood,” added Imam She- will be directed to the Discretion- Jan. 7 and Feb. 4 at St. Philip, Eto- faith and the meaning of life. commencing at 5:30 p.m. in the hab. “We are trying our best to ary Fund of the Anglican Diocesan bicoke, and on Jan. 21 and Feb. 18 JAN. 14 - 2018 Environmental Film church hall, located at 3041 Mis- provide services in our mosque, Bishop of Quebec. at All Saints, Kingsway. Festival at St. Cuthbert, Leaside, sissauga Rd., just north of Dundas and this program is one of the most Quebec Diocesan Gazette JAN. 17,31 & FEB. 14, 28 – Kingsway 1399 Bayview Ave., Toronto, begins Street in Mississauga. Organ Recital Series, 12:30 p.m. at with More Food, Less Water, noon All Saints, Kingsway, 2850 Bloor St. to 2 p.m., moderated by Stefan W., Toronto. For programs, visit Hostetter of Green Majority. A www.toronto.anglican.ca www.organixconcerts.ca. light lunch, the film and discussion. 12 TheAnglican comment January 2018 What will you do with your Nobel Prize?

By the Rev. Tyler This unity of Christian opposition to nu- Wigg-Stevenson clear weapons is perhaps most fundamen- tally grounded in the Just War tradition, Readers of The Anglican a theological framework for considering who share the paper’s armed conflict that has historically guided denominational identity Anglicans and Roman Catholics, among may be surprised to learn others. In brief, Just War forbids the that they are, by extension, use of weapons that do not discriminate winners of the 2017 Nobel Peace Prize. between combatants and non-combatants, This October, the Nobel committee as well as violent force that causes more announced that the 2017 Peace Prize had harm than the good it seeks to do. As a been awarded to the International Cam- category, nuclear weapons fail both these paign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN), tests, making them a de facto instance of a Geneva-based international coalition weapons forbidden as mala in se (evil in of which the Anglican Church of Canada themselves), like mass rape, torture and is a member. The prize was awarded for genocide. ICAN’s work as the driving force behind During the Cold War, the recognition of the groundbreaking Treaty On The Pro- nuclear weapons’ evil was functionally out- hibition Of Nuclear Weapons, which was weighed, even for many Christians, by the negotiated at the United Nations earlier conviction that only nuclear deterrence this year, approved by 122 nations in July, could prevent their use. Today, however, Members of the Hiroshima Nagasaki Day Coalition with children outside Holy Trinity, Trinity Square and opened for signature in September. the spiraling crisis of world events reveals in Toronto on Aug. 6, 2010, the 66th anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima, Japan. Photo by Known informally as the Nuclear Ban the alignment of moral virtue and pruden- Michael Hudson Treaty, it prohibits the development, test- tial wisdom undergirding the ban treaty. ing, production, possession, and use or Haley held a press conference outside the The ban also recognizes the horrific Seventy-two years after Hiroshima and threat of use of nuclear weapons. It also chamber, declaring that the Ban Treaty humanitarian consequences of the simple Nagasaki, we are leaving behind the era prohibits non-nuclear nations from relying would accomplish nothing. According to existence of nuclear weapons. The devel- when one could imagine that we had to on nuclear-based security guarantees of Ms. Fihn, however, Ambassador Haley’s opment, testing and possession of nuclear have nuclear weapons so that they would other countries – such as the “extended actions belied her words. It was, Ms. Fihn weapons has had a well-documented never be used. Now, we are entering a new, deterrence” that the United States has said, like a neon arrow sign saying “pro- but underreported effect on women and uncharted era, in which the increasing historically offered to allies like Japan and gress happening here.” children and the reproductive cycle, and consensus of security experts is that the South Korea. When 50 nations ratify the From the perspective of Canadian disproportionately affected Indigenous indefinite existence of nuclear weapons ban, it will enter into force permanently. history, the Trudeau government’s dis- populations. guarantees their eventual use. The crisis The Ban Treaty was not won without missal of the ban appears indefensible. Thus, by naming nuclear weapons as unfolding on the Korean Peninsula is just controversy. The world’s nuclear powers Canada’s historic commitment to peace an existing humanitarian crisis, which one instance of the danger we face. vocally boycotted the treaty negotiations, and disarmament is perhaps most notably threatens to become exponentially worse Such crises confront us with our own and encouraged and coerced their allies to enshrined in this nation’s leadership to in the event of their use, the ban reveals powerlessness. They also invite us to what do the same. Canada was notably absent ban antipersonnel landmines in the 1997 the inherent injustice behind a security we can do, which is repentance and the from the negotiations. During Question Ottawa Treaty. That treaty was boycotted policy that relies on such weapons. refusal of complicity. Period in Parliament, Prime Minister Jus- and opposed by landmine possessors, and This injustice also speaks to the align- Toward this end, perhaps the Anglican tin Trudeau defended Canada’s boycott by entered into force despite their opposition ment of Christian theological and ethical Church in Canada will seek to live up to saying that the absence of nuclear-armed and non-participation. But the treaty’s priorities with the ban treaty. Christians our imputed Nobel Prize: first, by form- states from the discussions made nego- articulation of a global norm against land- have been among the most vocal oppo- ing an army of prayer that God will give tiations “sort of useless.” The Trudeau mines has proven consequential even for nents of nuclear weapons since their devel- us “time for amendment of life,” as the government even declined to congratulate those countries that still refuse to ratify it, opment and use at the end of World War II. Compline blessing puts it. And, second, Canadian Setsuko Thurlow – a survivor of resulting in a radical decline in the use of In Canada, the Anglican Church has a long as an army of activism, insisting both as the Hiroshima atomic bomb and an anti- landmines worldwide. history of resolutions opposing nuclear dioceses and faithful individuals that our nuclear activist – when it was announced The Ottawa Treaty example might weapons and supporting disarmament, government have the courage to name that she would jointly accept the Nobel explain the Trudeau-Trump fear of the including the 2007 General Synod resolu- right from wrong by signing the ban treaty Prize with Beatrice Fihn, ICAN’s executive nuclear ban. The ban is based on the tion that led to the ACC joining ICAN. At – and then doing the hard work of adjust- director, at the award ceremony on Dec. 10. recognition that nuclear weapons result in a global level, the Holy See was one of the ing its security policies accordingly. Supporters of the ban, however, see the unacceptable humanitarian consequences. first nations to sign and ratify the ban, and opposition of politicians like Mr. Trudeau These range from uncontrollable local there is little daylight between the Vati- The Rev. Tyler Wigg-Stevenson is assis- and President Donald Trump as an indica- fallout in a limited use of nuclear weapons, can’s anti-nuclear position and that of the tant pastor at Trinity East (Little Trinity tion that they are doing something right. to global famine resulting from regional World Council of Churches and the World Church), Toronto. He also chairs the World During a key session in the treaty’s devel- nuclear war, to the omnicidal extinction of Evangelical Alliance, the other two world Evangelical Alliance task force on nuclear opment at the UN, US ambassador Nikki a nuclear exchange between superpowers. bodies representing Christianity. weapons. In Charge to Synod, Archbishop seeks election for coadjutor bishop congregation. They link the parts to the 10th Bishop of Toronto on May 31, 2004. A I believe that it is in the best interests Continued from Page 7 whole and the whole to the parts. couple of weeks later, I was elected Bishop of the diocese and my successor to have Just over a year ago, Synod met to elect My decision to retire at the end of next of Toronto. I had a much longer prepara- a reasonable period of orientation to the three priests of this diocese to be bishops year (2018) is not sudden or capricious. tion for the role than the dates suggest. role. I urge you to concur in my request in the Church of God. They have now We have a growing granddaughter and Since March 1992, I served as the Executive for the election of a coadjutor bishop to be been ordained and consecrated, and soon are excited to have another grandchild Assistant to the Bishop, and so for over a held in June. will have been a year in their episcopal arriving in February. Ellen and I have decade I worked in the closest proximity to In the meantime, my assistants have ministries in their assigned areas. Joining decided to take up ballroom dance lessons, the College of Bishops and Archbishop Fin- given me a new Twitter hashtag: #ImStill- Bishop Fenty and me, they bring new en- although for some reason the Chancellor lay. It was a steep learning curve to move Here. ergy, their own specific gifts and their deep thinks Ellen may not have enough insur- from the parish into the Bishop’s Office as I have another Synod to chair next No- commitment to the Anglican expression of ance! I am not abandoning the ship, for the archdeacon, somewhat less so becoming vember, but I want to say now how proud the Christian faith that is a blessing to our diocese is healthy and vibrant, but I sense an area bishop with that experience. None- I am of this diocese, the quality of staff, Church for years to come. that it needs renewed direction after 15 theless, I faced a surprisingly big learning the dedication of clergy, the faithfulness of Bishops, even though they are formed in years – really 25 years – of my leadership. curve when I assumed responsibilities as lay people, the capacity of our volunteer a particular spiritual and theological tradi- I ask you to concur in the election of a diocesan. leaders. I thank God – at least most days tion, do not serve a special-interest party; Coadjutor, who will automatically succeed Archbishop Finlay served as a coadjutor – for the opportunity and the privilege of they are bishops of, and for, the whole me on my retirement. Being a bishop is to Archbishop Lewis Garnsworthy for over serving as your bishop. Thank you, and Church. The area bishops have particular not at all like being a parish priest; related, a year, although he was already a suffra- may God bless you. oversight under my direction for a region yes, but quite distinct – a completely dif- gan. Our second bishop, Neil Bethune, was of the diocese, but they are also suffragan ferent rhythm of work, a different level of coadjutor to John Strachan. Bishop Snell *(James Strachan [John Strachan], A bishops and so have concern and respon- complexity, a different set of relationships, was coadjutor to Fred Wilkinson. This is a Visit to the Province of Upper Canada in sibility for the whole as well as the parts. a different order of ministry. frequent practice in the Canadian Church, 1819. Aberdeen: D. Chalmers, 1820.) They have concern for all the people of I was elected as a bishop suffragan of including recently in Huron and Quebec. God – and who doesn’t? – who live within Toronto, consecrated on June 21, 2003, and Niagara, Rupert’s Land and even Yukon To watch a video of Archbishop Johnson’s the boundaries of the diocese, including given responsibility for the Trent-Durham are planning to elect coadjutors this next Charge, visit the diocese’s website, www. those who are not part of any Anglican area. Archbishop Finlay retired as the year. toronto.anglican.ca.